Companies implementing this technology at any point should consider taking advantage of R&D Tax Credits.Įnacted in 1981, the now permanent Federal Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit allows a credit that typically ranges from 4%-7% of eligible spending for new and improved products and processes. Whether it’s used for creating and testing prototypes or for final production, 3D printing is a great indicator that R&D Credit eligible activities are taking place.

Research and Development Tax Credits are available for the eligible U.S.-based, 3D printing furniture design activities that IKEA engages in. For instance, a walk through an IKEA store would demonstrate to anyone that kitchen accessories are almost always highly sought after.ģD Printed IKEA Lack Box for Prusa i3 Talk about how we described how the 3D printing industry can also learn what the customer wants by walking around IKEA stores, just as we recommended the 3D printing industry do in our recent home improvement article. ThisAbles was launched by IKEA Israel in an effort to make the company’s basic chic designed home furnishings more easily accessible to people with physical challenges. Shoppers can even ask for customizations if the designs don’t fit other, third-party furniture. Included in these items are easier-to-grab handles, mega switches, bumpers to protect cabinets, curtain grippers and lifts to raise couches. IKEA has collaborated with Milbat and UNYQ on “ThisAbles,” a project that provides 3D printed add-ons for furniture that can be difficult to use with certain physical challenges.

IKEA’s 3D printed add-ons have helped make furniture more accessible and ADA-friendly. IKEA is continuously adjusting to market conditions with increased e-commerce, new smaller footprint stores and technology that empowers the customer to obtain the solutions they want.

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